MCPL will be closed Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents Day.

The library will be closing at 3:30 on Tuesday, February 17 and reopen normal hours on Wednesday, February 18.

Mason City Public Library

Welcome to the Mason City Public Library. The library is your one stop source for all of your informational needs. We have a large selection of books, magazines, newspapers, and electronic resources available to be checked out by our library card holders. Here you will also find electronic resources, news, announcements, and a calendar of upcoming library events!

Featured Events

Feb 12

Book Club

Feb 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Book clubs meet once a month on the second Thursday, at 10 a.m, 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Open to all; please call the library at 641-421-3668 if you would like to join us! Books are provided and can be picked up at the Main Desk.

Feb 12

Book Club

Feb 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Feb 12

Book Club

Feb 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Feb 16

LIBRARY CLOSED

Feb 16, 2026

Closed in observance of Presidents Day

Feb 17

Library Closing at 3:30

Feb 17, 2026

Feb 18

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Feb 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us Wednesdays at 10am for Baby and Toddler Storytime! We will share stories, songs, movement, early literacy tips, bubbles, and tons of fun! This event will be held in the MCPL Storytime Room and is appropriate for children 5 and under. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Feb 24

Teen Tuesdays: Ramen and Origami

Feb 24, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Teens ages 12 - 18 are welcome to come in and try your hand at origami, the Japanese art of paper folding. We will also enjoy some instant ramen together! This event will be held in the Foundation Room, all supplies are provided!

Feb 25

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Feb 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Feb 25

Lego Club

Feb 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Build with friends, try a LEGO Challenge, and enjoy a snack! LEGO Club is for ages 6-11 and will be held in the MCPL Foundation Room.